21 DIY Valentine's Day Decorations to Pump Up the Passion
21 DIY Valentine's Day Decorations to Pump Up the Passion
If you're hosting a get together on Valentine's Day and want to set the romantic mood at home without veering on cheesy (or over-spending), you're in the right place. We've got plenty of ideas for Valentine's Day party decorations you can DIY—and they're pretty easy, too. Whether you want to add a touch of romance to every room, or gather floral pieces for a celebratory Galentine's Day dinner, these elevated and on-theme décor ideas will ignite the passion.
Match Your Linens With Florals
Start the day of romance off right with a pretty breakfast in bed situation. Match your florals to the linens and you'll be golden.
Hang Fabric and Scatter Balloons
Go to the fabric store and keep your eye our for something in a Valentine's Day color family (i.e. pink, purple, or red) and then hang it from over your walls and windows. Here, they bring a romantic fullness to the living room without looking too on-theme. And the mix of large and small balloons make it feel like a full-on party.
Hang Streamers
Or, if hanging fabric sounds too high-maintenance, opt for streamers instead. Take note from this setup by Sugar & Charm to make them look like an elevated backdrop.
Make a Rose Wall Hanging
Here's proof that even fallen petals can add elegance to your space. This flower wall hanging is like a dreamcatcher, but better, and it also happens to be the perfect backdrop for a Valentine's Day party. Get the tutorial at A Pair & A Spare.
Opt for Pink Tabletop Décor
Set the table with baby pink salad plates, opt for copper or rose gold candlestick holders and use plenty of light pinks in your floral centerpiece for an understated Valentine's Day dinner party.
Use Colorful Lightbulbs
Swap out your regular lightbulbs with pink or red ones to set the Valentine's Day mood. It'll be in line with your theme without overwhelming your home in glitter, hearts, and candy.
Customize a Valentine's Day Pi?ata
This fun project might go to pieces once the kids start swinging, but until then, display this funky lip pi?ata box for all to see. You could also customize them in the shapes of Sweethearts with funny sayings on them. Get the tutorial at The House that Lars Built.
Swap Out Your Art
Spread the love at your Valentine's Day party with wall art that sends the right message. If you can do it with a neon pink sign, even better.
Champagne Tower
Set up a pink champagne tower on a table inn the entryway for guests to grab right when they walk through the door. Or maybe stand there and pass them out (or hire someone to do so) to prevent and spills.
Create a Striking Centerpiece
For a moody Valentine's Day centerpiece, incorporate rich purple flowers like morning glories or orchids. Then sprinkle in some black candles and opt for gold flatware.
Display A Heart Made of Roses
What's better than a dozen roses? Twelve dozen roses in the shape of a heart, of course. Learn how to make one yourself at A Beautiful Mess.
Make a Heart Out Balloons
In a similar vein, you could create a heart-shaped wall decoration with balloons. We love the variation this one from Oh Happy Day provides. The trick is to use tons of different shades of red and pink as well as different sized-balloons.
Make a Valentine's Day Wreath
Dress up your door with a seasonal wreath. Nothing says welcome in quite like a lovely floral door hanging.
Set Up a Photo Booth Station
A "photo booth" at this year's Valentine's Day party will kick things up a notch. This DIY flower wall from Green Wedding Shoes is a tasteful way to bring it to life and make the party even more memorable.
Deck Out Your Mantle
Cover your mantles and side tables with bright pink florals for a temporary, easy, and upscale Valentine's Day décor situation. Sprinkle some candles throughout—making sure the flames aren't too close to the flowers—for some romantic mood lighting.
Watercolor Your Placecards
Throwing a Galentine's Day party instead? These watercolor place cards, in the sweetest of seasonal colors, pop against a plated arrangement of blooms. Get the tutorial at Style Me Pretty.
Try An Ombrè Wall Hanging
If you want to keep this heart-shaped wall hanging up year-round, you'll need to swap out florals for something longer-lasting. This ombré driftwood heart from Shades of Blue Interiors is the perfect option.
Terrariums
Bring some plants into your Valentine's Day decor that step away from the traditional rose route. Learn how to make these on-theme hanging terrariums from Sugar & Charm (or set up a craft table at your Valentine's Day party with all the ingredients).
Swap Out Roses
For something a little more edgy and sophisticated, try a branching floral instead of roses. Something delicate and romantic like cherry blossoms would be perfect. We love how Cheetah Is the New Black paired them with black candles in this dining room.
Make a Valentine's Day Gallery Wall
Create a Valentine's Day-inspired gallery wall with a DIY kiss print in the spotlight. You might feel a bit silly making this V-Day print at first, but we promise it's actually fun and it'll be worth it once it's hanging on the wall. See how it's done at Style Me Pretty.
Blossoming Letter Monogram
Spell out your partner's name—or keep it simple with a single initial. Regardless, this floral display will dress up any bookcase, shelf, or mantel. Get the tutorial at Lulus.
Set a romantic mood.